reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˌ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl 

: capable of being used again or repeatedly

reusability

(ˌ)rē-ˌyü-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

Examples of reusable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

By converting relatively noisy human movement data into reusable action primitives, LATENT could provide a more efficient pathway for training robots in complex physical tasks. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026

The company's next-gen megarocket, Starship, is designed to be completely and rapidly reusable, with each vehicle capable of flying multiple times per day, according to SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 24 Aug. 2026

Instead of constantly making adjustments and smoothing out wrinkles, just add these reusable grippers to the corners to keep your favorite rugs perfectly in place all the time. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026

The notebook becomes a reusable learning environment rather than something the teacher merely presents. — Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1943, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for reusable

• diffusible
• excusable
• infusible
• unusable
• fusible
• usable
• inexcusable

Kids Definition

reusable

adjective

re·​us·​able (ˈ)rē-ˈyü-zə-bəl 

: capable of being used again or repeatedly